Highgate Blog

February 19, 2021    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

The 8 Dimensions of Wellness

Think about when you feel the best. It’s not simply when you’re free of illness, right? That’s because wellness encompasses the whole human being — your mind, body, and....

February 12, 2021    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources, Healthy Aging

How to Talk to an Aging Parent About Hygiene

If you’ve noticed signs that your loved one isn’t taking as good care of themselves as they once did, you may be wondering how to bring it up without embarrassing them.

February 5, 2021    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources, Healthy Aging

8 Wellness Statistics About Healthy Aging That Will Shock You

Yes, improving your diet, staying active, and regularly going to the doctor can help you age well. But aging and wellness experts have some additional insight that might....

January 22, 2021    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources, Healthy Aging

How to Prevent Misdiagnosis with a Holistic Health Approach

When you think about your aging parent’s health, you might focus on their physical health. But experts say overall wellness requires a three-pronged approach.

January 15, 2021    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources, Memory Loss Resources

Dining and Dementia

Does nothing taste “right” to your dad? Does your mom forget about eating dinner an hour after mealtime?

January 8, 2021    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources, Healthy Aging

7 Pieces of Health Information Your Parent Should Be Monitoring

Whether you play an active role in caregiving for a parent or are just curious to know what kinds of health information you should keep track of because you accompany....

January 1, 2021    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

5 Things Caregivers Can Do Now to Prepare for a Medical Emergency

It’s normal to think — or hope and pray — that medical emergencies may happen to others but not to us. Yet 15% of all emergency room visits are made by people 65 and....

December 18, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

5 Things Family Caregivers Need to Know About Falls and Fall Prevention

If you’re searching for ways to keep your aging loved one safe at home, you might be thinking about fall-proofing the home.

December 11, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

The Importance of Long-Term Care Planning Amid COVID-19

It can be hard to think about the long term when there are so many changes in our daily lives. But the COVID-19 pandemic has shown us just how important it is to plan....